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ATTIC Theatre Conservatory, Inc., the parent company and umbrella organization of the ATTIC Theatre & Film Center, ATTIC Theatre Ensemble, and Denise Ragan Wiesenmeyer One Act Festival, is currently inviting applications for the position of Managing Director.

The ATTIC, with its various branches, is one of the premiere theatre organizations in LA. Having produced theatre for over 25 years, the ATTIC is well known for its commitment to new works and community involvement. The ATTIC Theatre & Film Center, on the edge of Culver City, is one of the best 50 seat rental houses in Los Angeles, helping serve artists and groups present their work in a comfortable and warm environment.

Co-Founded by Denise Ragan Wiesenmeyer and James Carey in 1987, and still under the direction of Producing Artistic Director, James Carey, the ATTIC has gone on to become a well-respected non-profit producing organization operating under the 99-seat theatre code, garnering numerous awards for its productions.

As a non-profit theatre, the ATTIC is run entirely by a volunteer force. As such, the Managing Director position is not a
full time job but rather will comprise ten to twenty hours a week (more hours during productions).

The Managing Director will work closely with the Producing Artistic Director and artistic staff, and the Board of Directors to dynamically lead the company forward in a time of great challenge, change, and growth.

Among the challenges are:

• Working to help build our audience and presence both on a local and national level.
• Keeping the company fiscally responsible in order to further its artistic goals.
• Helping to increase revenue through budgeting and developing new revenue streams through grants and donations.
· To oversee all fundraising activities for the organization and to meet annually budgeted financial goals; in addition, to coordinate and implement activities including (but not limited to) activities to meet organizational strategic action goals and objectives.

The Managing Director is responsible for the administrative and fiscal oversight and operations of the company. He/she is the chief officer in charge of earned and contributed revenue streams and oversees all expense disbursement.

Desired Qualifications

• Passion and interest in hands-on theatre and arts management.
• Demonstrated knowledge or interest in learning about issues facing non-profit theatre management, including facilities maintenance, capital building, audience development, branding and marketing, budget maintenance and day-to-day
functionality.
• Strong organization and time management skills, as well as computer literacy and experience with QuickBooks, Excel, Patron Manager and website maintenance (ideally).
• Strong budgetary and financial management skills as evidenced by past experience and accountability.
• Extensive experience working with artists, actors, designers, directors as well as management staff. Understanding of a familiarity with contractual requirements for production of theatrical events.
• Understanding and experience of the Los Angeles theater community and ability to help expand the audience base.
interest in learning.

Desired Characteristics

• Collaborative and hands on leadership style helping to foster the atmosphere of mutual respect and understanding and volunteer-ship within the company.
• A good listener and quick learner
• Passion for theatre
• Sense of humor

This is a perfect position for someone who is looking to expand their resume and/or work experience in Theatre Management, and work in a hands on and problem solving environment.

Please send resumes to info@attictheatre.org and visit our website for more information on the company and our most recent and upcoming productions. www.attictheatre.org

from LA Culture Net